Amid renewed anti-immigrant sentiment, hundreds of Ghanaians have left South Africa on a voluntary repatriation flight.
The evacuation comes amid growing concerns over safety, as foreign nationals in some parts of the country express fears of possible xenophobic attacks.
The development is part of a voluntary return arrangement involving Ghanaian authorities and migration support agencies to assist citizens who wish to return home.
South Africa has in the past witnessed recurring episodes of xenophobic violence, often targeting migrant communities over issues such as unemployment, competition for informal jobs, and access to social services.
These incidents have previously triggered diplomatic engagements between affected countries and South African authorities, alongside calls for stronger protection of foreign nationals.
The latest repatriation reflects ongoing anxiety among some migrants, even as authorities continue to assure residents of their commitment to maintaining law and order and protecting all lawful immigrants.
